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Degrees to Launch Any Career

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College for Less

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Your Home Away From Home

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Two Campuses to Serve You

SOUTHWESTERN MICHIGAN COLLEGE

Southwestern Michigan College is a small college with big opportunities. The 240-acre campus is safe, beautiful, and always busy with activities. Experience it for yourself—all while getting a high-quality education you can take anywhere.

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Campus Living at Its Finest

Our suite-style residence halls are some of the nicest in the state! Apply for housing now for your best chance at securing a room. 

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SMC Just Got A Little More Affordable

Students graduating high school in 2023 are eligible for more financial aid from the State of Michigan, up to $2,750 per year with the Michigan Achievement Scholarship.

More about the Michigan Achievement Scholarship
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Free Tuition for Michigan Adults

Michigan Reconnect is a State of Michigan program offering free community college tuition to qualifying residents ages 25+.

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Upcoming Events

July 14, 2023

Steve’s Run

Fire up! Join us for the 49th annual Steve’s Run.

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June 05, 2023

Su 23 Classes Begin

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June 09, 2023

New Student Orientation

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June 16, 2023

New Student Orientation

June 19, 2023 - June 21, 2023

Volleyball Camps

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June 23, 2023

New Student Orientation

June 24, 2023 - June 28, 2023

Basketball Camps

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July 07, 2023

New Student Orientation

July 09, 2023 - July 14, 2023

Cross Country Camp

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July 13, 2023 - July 14, 2023

Roadrunner Reveal

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July 14, 2023

New Student Orientation

July 14, 2023

Steve’s Run

July 17, 2023 - July 19, 2023

All Sports Kids' Camp

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July 21, 2023

New Student Orientation

July 25, 2023 - July 27, 2023

STEM Camp

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August 09, 2023

Su 23 Semester Ends

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September 05, 2023

F 23 Classes Begin

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FAST FACTS

1,800

Students

$5,962.50

Avg. Annual Tuition and Fees

Mascot

Ronnie Roadrunner

1964

Founded

240-Acre

Dowagiac Campus

Motto

Knowledge for All

Top 25%

College-level Course Success

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